Tag: public figure

Hustler Magazine v. Falwell

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Following is the case brief for Hustler Magazine v. Falwell, United States Supreme Court, (1988) Case summary for Hustler Magazine v. Falwell: In response to Hustler Magazine’s article questioning his soberness and morality, Jerry Falwell brought suit in federal district court claiming damages for intentional infliction of emotional distress, among other claims. The district court found for Falwell and Hustler […]

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New York Times Co. v. Sullivan

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Following is the case brief for New York Times Co. v. Sullivan, United States Supreme Court,(1964) Case summary for New York Times Co. v. Sullivan: Sullivan was a public official who brought a claim against New York Times Co. alleging defamation. The trial court told the jury that the article contained statements which constituted slander per se and Sullivan was […]

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